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My name is Malikai aka Smiley!

Posted over 7 years ago | Updated over 6 years ago

My basic info

Breed
Akita
Color
White
Age
Young
Size
X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Alert icon Not good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

WOW! This guy is gorgeous and pictures do not do him justice. You need to meet him in person! This big strong boy comes into rescue after getting into trouble running loose with another dog. Things did not end well, which sadlyl landed Malikai temporarily in an unfortunate incarcerated situation. Malikai loves all people of all ages. He is social and friendly. However, he also knows how big and strong he is and he will use his strength to his advantage. He will need a breed-experienced home, with a strong owner who can handle him. Malikai will also need to be an only pet. He would do best in a home with a secure 6-foot tall fence. We have some awesome volunteers who have worked with this boy and he is now able to walk well on leash and not be reactive to small critters, however his prey drive is very high.

Please go to our website and fill out our online adoption application, or feel free to send us an email and we will respond, or snail mail you an adoption application. Our email address is: bigeastakitarescue@verizon.net and put in the subject line: BEAR APPLICATION

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